1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Wrangler | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
